Petaurus Collection

Petaurus breviceps ariel, sugar glider
Petaurus breviceps ariel (Gould, 1849) sugar glider. BMNH 1842.5.26.1, female skin & skull, lectotype photographed next to specimen BMNH 1855.12.24.308 paralectotype skin

Swamp wallaby and yellow-bellied glider
Swamp wallaby, Wallabia bicolor, and yellow-bellied glider, Petaurus australis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838

Cuscus, yellow-bellied glider, feathertail
Northern common cuscus, Phalanger orientalis 3, yellow-bellied glider, Petaurus australis 4, feathertail glider, Acrobates pygmaeus 5, Peziza fungi 1 and Psygmatocerus wagleri beetle 2

Yellow-bellied glider, Petaurus australis (Greater flying phalanger, Didelphis petaurus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Griffith, Harriet or Edward

A Flying Phalanger looks down from a branch at London Zoo, c. 1923 (b / w photo)
2634934 A Flying Phalanger looks down from a branch at London Zoo, c.1923 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A Flying Phalanger on a branch at London Zoo, February 1922 (b / w photo)
1268697 A Flying Phalanger on a branch at London Zoo, February 1922 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

Sugar glider (Petaurus breviceps) eats a meal worm (Tenebrio molitor) on a tree at night. Captive, Conservation Ecology Centre, The Otways, Victoria, Australia. Property released

Picture No. 10865295
Sugar glider (Petaurus breviceps) eating eucalypt flower. East Coast, Australia Date:

Picture No. 10894860
Sugar Glider / Flying Phalanger (Petaurus breviceps) Date:

Yellow-bellied glider or southern petaurus, Petaurus australis, arboreal nocturnal gliding possum.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Sugar glider, Petaurus breviceps, and northern common cuscus, Phalanger orientalis.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Frederic Cuviers Dictionary of Natural Science: Mammals, Paris

Picture No. 10865292
Sugar glider (Petaurus breviceps) making its way down a branch. East Coast, New South Wales, Australia Date:

Picture No. 10865255
Yellow-bellied glider (Petaurus australis) at entrance to shelter (natural hole in eucalypt). Eastern Australia Date:

Various Squirrels 19C
A variety of squirrels: American black, Ariel Petaurus, squirrel-like Petaurus, lesser American flying, grey, common British, common ground, and Agiump. Date: mid-19th century

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Petaurus, also known as sugar gliders, are fascinating creatures that belong to the Petauridae family. One of the most well-known species is Petaurus breviceps ariel, commonly referred to as the sugar glider. These small marsupials are native to Australia and possess unique adaptations for their arboreal lifestyle. In their natural habitat, you may find them sharing their environment with other Australian wildlife such as swamp wallabies and yellow-bellied gliders. The yellow-bellied glider is another member of the Petaurus genus and can be distinguished by its distinct yellow belly. They often coexist with cuscus and feathertail possums in the lush forests they call home. An intriguing glimpse into history reveals a black-and-white photograph taken at London Zoo in 1923 featuring a Flying Phalanger observing from a branch above. This captivating image showcases the timeless allure these creatures have held for centuries. Another snapshot from February 1922 captures another Flying Phalanger perched on a branch at London Zoo, further emphasizing their enduring appeal. Observing these mesmerizing animals in action provides insight into their behavior and diet preferences. A striking photo depicts a sugar glider indulging in a meal worm while perched on a tree during nighttime hours—a testament to their nocturnal nature. The diversity within this genus becomes evident when considering different species like the southern petaurus or yellow-bellied glider alongside its northern counterpart. Each possesses unique characteristics that contribute to our understanding of these remarkable creatures' biology and ecology. Pictures numbered 10865295, 10865292, and 10865255 offer glimpses into various aspects life—whether it's capturing moments of playfulness or showcasing their graceful movements through treetops—the images serve as windows into an enchanting world worth exploring. Petaurus encompasses several captivating species, including the sugar glider and yellow-bellied glider.